Aesthetic Silverplate Pitcher, Chris, Dresser Design? Start Price USD 175.00 Current Price USD 175.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, October 28, 2008 End Time Thursday, November 27, 2008 Location New York, NY See more about 'Aesthetic Silverplate Pitcher, Chris, Dresser Design?' Description silvercrane3 Store AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SILVERPLATE PITCHER INFLUENCED BY CHRISTOPHER DRESSER   Here is a Meriden silverplate Aesthetic Movement pitcher with an exaggerated “beak” spout as well as an exaggerated pointed oval handle, with incised floral work.   It probably dates to the 1880s, and was definitely influenced by the metal work designs of Christopher Dresser.  Dr. Dresser visited American in the 1870s and is known to have given a speech at the 1876 Philadelphia Exhibition, and it is quite possible that the designers of this silverplate had attended this international exhibition and seen the innovations and variety of designs coming from England.  The pitcher is in excellent condition.  It is 8” in height to the top of the spout, approx. 6” at its greatest width across the globular base and 3” across the ring base.   Each and every question deserves a quick response! Now for some practical details. Either check or money order is fine. Cost of shipping and insurance will be $9.00, for USPS Priority Mail, depending on location and final value. We will send you the cost for your location. (Please ignore the Ebay estimates.) Insurance is required, for your protection. International buyers are welcome, but please check methods of payment and shipping costs in advance. Payment is requested within 8 days, or you may risk default, unless prior arrangements have been made. Have fun bidding!   Place a Bid!